For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,613 students in 37166, TN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37166, TN are Northside Elementary School and Dekalb Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 37166 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37166, TN have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 44% (majority Black).
Best 37166, TN Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 North Congress Blvd
Smithville, TN 37166
(615) 597-1575
Smithville, TN 37166
(615) 597-1575
Gr: 2-5 | 544 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Dekalb Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1132 West Broad St
Smithville, TN 37166
(615) 597-7987
Smithville, TN 37166
(615) 597-7987
Gr: 6-8 | 534 students Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
221 E Bryant St
Smithville, TN 37166
(615) 597-4415
Smithville, TN 37166
(615) 597-4415
Gr: PK-2 | 535 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 37166, TN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 37166, TN include Northside Elementary School and Dekalb Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37166?
3 public elementary schools are located in 37166.
What is the racial composition of students in 37166?
37166 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 44% (majority Black).
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